England · United Kingdom
Congleton to Buxton
A54Astbury to Buxton
A climbing moorland road over the Cheshire–Peak District border.
The A54 climbs from the Cheshire plain over high moorland to Buxton, crossing the watershed near the source of the Dane with wide views back over the lowlands. It is exposed at the top with fast bends; keep your speed to the conditions.
Where it runs17.4 mi · point to point
AstburyStart · England
BuxtonEnd · England
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Character
Corners18bends
Tightness5of 10
Max gradient9%≈ 1-in-11
Climb622 mtotal ascent
Summit493 mhighest point of the line · 1,617 ft
Corners
busiest around mile 17Elevation
under 4%4–8%over 8%79.8 – 493 mPoints of interest3 stops
- Bosley ReservoirViewpoint5.9 mi in
- Blaze FarmFood and drink10 mi in
- Solomon’s Temple (Grinlow Tower)Viewpoint16 mi in
Hazards
- Exposed summit, wind and ice
- Fast bends
- Standing water
Sources
“attractive road to motorcyclists – they see it as a challenge to ride with its hairpin bends, limited views, downhill descent and uphill ascent”
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Driving the Congleton to Buxton: quick answers
How long does it take to drive the Congleton to Buxton?
Congleton to Buxton runs 17.4 miles (28 km) and takes about 35 min to drive without stops.
How difficult is the Congleton to Buxton to drive?
We rate it moderate: 18 corners, a maximum gradient of 9%, and a tightness of 5 out of 10.
When is the best time to drive the Congleton to Buxton?
Spring and Summer and Autumn are best.
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